What is the Fanatec CSL Elite?The CSL Elite is the most accessible gaming wheel Fanatec has brought to market since the 2009 Porsche 911 model, made for the last generation of consoles.Fanatec doesn’t make cheap products, however, and this is still the most expensive racing wheel we’ve reviewed. Our bun

What is the Plantronics RIG 4VR?The PlayStation VR excels at many things, but unlike the Oculus Rift it doesn’t have built-in headphones. You do get little earbuds in the box, but they aren’t amazing. You can bring your own headphones to the party, but the PSVR’s chunky headband will rule out many model

What is the Shield TV?For many, Android TV boxes are a hard sell, as pretty much every new TV has its own suite of streaming apps pre-installed. That was why the original Nvidia Shield TV was such a welcome surprise.The box offered top-end hardware, a variety of video apps, 4K streaming, plus access to

What is the Logitech G910 Orion Spectrum?Gaming keyboards are big business, with numerous companies trying to tempt cash out of gamers’ pockets – and that means they're also willing to take a gamble with new features to try to make products stand out.The Logitech G910 Orion Spectrum takes a couple of bi

What is the LucidSound LS30?The LucidSound LS30 is a wireless gaming headset. It will work with your PlayStation and Xbox consoles, and your PC.What sets the LucidSound LS30 apart, however, is that it can also work well as a standard pair of headphones. Not a wireless set, since it uses a dongle rather

What is the HyperX Alloy FPS?The Alloy FPS is the first keyboard from the HyperX (now a separate brand from parent company Kingston) and, apparently, it’s specifically designed for FPS players. It has Cherry MX Blue switches and a slim, minimal design – accompanied by a £100 price.Related: Best gaming k

What is the Asus ROG Spatha?The Asus ROG Spatha is Asus’ flagship gaming mouse, offering both wired and wireless play, and ships under the firm’s Republic of Gamers sub-brand.Embracing that flagship territory means that the Asus ROG Spatha also carries a lofty price tag of £145. It’s a hefty mouse that

What is the PS4 (Slim)?The new PS4 (known technically as the CUH-2000 and informally as the PS4 Slim) represents the new standard PlayStation 4 console. It’s a hardware revamp that incorporates a makeover of both console and controller.Physically, it’s a big change, but functionally this PS4 is the exac

PlayStation VR – What is it?Sony has joined the world of virtual reality gaming with PlayStation VR. The headset represents the cheapest of the “big three” available on the market right now, and is the only option to console gamers as things stand.Priced at £349.99, it’s significantly cheaper than both

What is the Thrustmaster TX Racing Wheel Ferrari 458 Italia Edition?The Thrustmaster TX Racing Wheel Ferrari 458 Italia Edition is a high-end racing wheel – as fancy as you’ll find on the high street. There are more advanced models available from specialist companies such as Fanatec, but for many the up

What is the HyperX Cloud Revolver? The Cloud Revolver is HyperX’s gaming headset for those who want an analogue connection and a comfortable design for long gaming sessions.Priced at £99.99, it’s more expensive than the brilliant Cloud II, but comes with a “studio grade” soundstage and a new design. But

What is the Tritton Katana HD?Tritton believes the Katana HD is the ultimate companion for audio-conscious gamers. Why? Because it's the first wireless stereo headset to deliver uncompressed virtual surround sound – a great selling point if you desire maximum immersion and convenience in one.It works on

What is the 8Bitdo Zero?Billed as the world's smallest Bluetooth gaming controller, the 8Bitdo FC Zero is compatible with Android, iOS, Windows and Mac devices – basically anything which supports third-party Bluetooth devices. It has an 8-way digital pad, four face buttons and two shoulder buttons, and

What is the Thrustmaster TMX?The Thrustmaster TMX is a new, affordable addition to the company’s Force Feedback steering wheel line. Compatible with PCs and the Xbox One, it offers the essentials of a force-feedback wheel but costs less than half the company’s flagship models.With a full complement of 1

What is the Corsair Lapdog?PC gamers need no longer be confined to the back room – advances in TV technology and compact PC cases mean that it's possiblr to partake in a bit of gaming from the comfort of the living room. However, having to deal with wired mouse and keyboard in such a scenario can prove